VINCI Tab III M Technical Guide and User Manual Phone: 1-855-MY-VINCI Email: contact@vincigenius.com Live Chat: www.vincigenius.
Introduction.............................................................................................. 1 Register Your Tab.................................................................................... 1 Legal Information..................................................................................... 2 Chapter 1: Get to Know Your VINCI Tab III M............................................. 3 VINCI Tab Buttons...................................................................................
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the VINCI Early Learning System: VINCI Tab III M Created by a mom, VINCI Tab IIII M is a new category of early learning systems designed to promote collaborative and fun learning experience in children 1.5 to 9 years. VINCI Tab III M, a 5” touch screen, lighter than the 7” model, is fully compatible with VINCI Curriculum and Kids Library apps.
Legal Information VINCI Tab III M and VINCI Early Learning apps are protected by copyrights, trademarks, and patents (pending). AndroidTM is a trademark of Google Inc. All other trademarks and copyrights are owned by their registered owners. Please read all safety precautions and this guide carefully before using your device to ensure safe and proper use. • The descriptions in this Guide are based on the default settings of your device.
Chapter 1 Get to Know Your VINCI Tab III M 3
VINCI Tab Buttons Power Button Home Button Volume Button Press this button to return to the Home screen. Use this button to adjust the volume on your VINCI Tab III M. Return Button Increase volume 1. Press the plus sign until desired volume is reached. Press this button to go back to the previous screen. Decrease volume 1. Press the minus sign until desired volume is reached. Charging Your VINCI Tab III M 1. Make sure that your VINCI Tab III M is turned ON while charging. 2.
VINCI Tab III M Home Screen The Home screen displays icons for the different application folders as well as a few indicator icons. The Home screen is the main launch point for the different applications on your VINCI Tab III M. VINCI Tab III M Indicator Icons Battery Life This icon indicates the amount of battery life remaining. Blue battery life icon signals that your VINCI Tab III M has enough battery for use.
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VINCI Tab III M On, Off, Screen Lock & Reset Turning On Your VINCI Tab III M 1. Press and hold the Power button until screen illuminates. The system will begin to boot. 2. Slide the Lock icon up. The VINCI Tab Home screen will appear. Turning Off Your VINCI Tab III M 1. Press and hold the Power button until the Device options dialogue box appears. 2. Tap Power off. 3. The Power off dialogue box will appear. 4. Tap OK. Set To Sleep Mode (Lock Screen) 1. Press the Power button.
VINCI Tab III M Touch Screen VINCI Tab III M uses a capacitive screen: a screen that can sense contact and gestures using the electrical properties of the human body. This allows for light touches and motions of the finger to navigate easily across the screen. In order for the screen to activate properly, it requires direct hand-screen contact. Swipe your finger across the screen to activate the screen sensor.
VINCI Tab III M Media Applications Viewing Photos Pictures taken with the VINCI Camera are stored in a folder called Camera. Access the Gallery from the Home screen to view your pictures and videos. Viewing Videos Videos shot using the Camera app are stored in the Camera folder locator. VINCI Tab III M is equipped with a 3 megapixel rear-facing camera capable of taking photos and recording videos. Play Music Simply tap the Music icon on the Home screen to play music.
ANDROIDTM Functions and Features Your VINCI Tab III M comes with many additional AndroidTM functions (version 2.3.5). To access the AndroidTM functions, from the Home screen, you need to unlock the Parent Control Panel, press the Menu button, and choose either Add (add a new folder), Manage Apps (uninstall apps, delete history, etc), Wallpaper (choose a Wallpaper), Apps (to access to the installed Apps) or Settings (to adjust your general preferences).
Applications Settings: allows you to set or modify the following options related to applications on your VINCI Tab III M: • • • • • • Unknown sources (allow installation of non-Google Play applications) Manage applications (manage and remove installed applications) Running services (view and control currently running services) Storage use (view storage used by applications) Battery use (what has been using the battery) Development (set options for application development) Privacy Settings: allows yo
About VINCI Device: the following information is accessible through this setting category: • System updates • Battery use: provides and estimate of what activities are associated with battery consumption • Legal information • Model number • AndroidTM version • Baseband version (not applicable) • Kernel version • Build number Cleaning Your VINCI Tab III M It is VINCI’s recommendation to have your VINCI Tab III M turned off when cleaning the screen. Always use a soft, lint-free cloth.
Chapter 3 Customize Your VINCI Tab III M 13
Managing Applications on VINCI Tab III M Creating new folders: You can create a new folder within an existing folder or on the Home screen to help manage your applications. 1. Enter VINCI Parent Login by typing “MyVINCI” password. 2. Press the Menu button. 3. Select the Add option. 4. Choose New Folder. 5. The folder should appear on the current screen.
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Safety Certifications • Product Safety: ASTM F963 • Other Compliances: FCC, CE Safety Precautions Please observe the following recommendations to avoid personal injury and/or damage to the device: • Avoid using damaged power cords or plugs, or loose electrical outlets • Avoid touching the power cord or the device with wet hands • Avoid disconnecting the charger by pulling on the cord • Avoid damaging the power cord • Avoid using the device while charging • Avoid short-circuiting the charger or the
• Avoid using the device if the touch screen is broken or cracked • Please observe any and all local disposal regulations, policies or laws should you choose to dispose of the device and the battery To ensure the longevity of the device and your satisfaction, please observe the following recommendations: • Do not twist the device • Do not use the device while connected to a computer or while charging the battery • Keep the device dry.
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VINCI Tab III M Applications The touch screen responds slowly or is unresponsive • • • • Remove the protective cover from the touch screen. Ensure fingers are clean and nails are short. Restart the device. Check for damage to your touch screen – if damage is detected, contact Customer Service at vincigenius.com/support for a replacement under warranty. If your warranty expired and the device is damaged, stop using the VINCI Tab III M.
The device is warm to the touch • Some applications require more power and under extended use, the device may feel warm. This is to be expected, and should not affect the lifespan or performance of the device. The application resumes when I reopen after exiting, but I want to start from the beginning • You can close an application completely by performing the Force To Close option. Go to the Home screen, unlock the parental control panel and press the Menu button.
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Size and Weight Length: 6.65” inches Width: 3.86” inches Height: 0.57” inches Model: VS-1001 VINCI Tab III M Display 5-inch (diagonal) glossy widescreen Multi-Touch display 800x480-pixel resolution Processor Cortex A8 1.2 GHz WCDMA 3G Camera 3 Megapixels, back-facing Desktop Requirement For VINCI Desktop Software: PC with USB 2.0 port Windows 7; Windows Vista; or Windows XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 3 or later Mac computer with USB 2.0 port Mac OS X v10.
Charging via power adapter Audio Playback Audio formats supported: MP3 (16 to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Audible (formats 2, 3, and 4), and WAV Audio Control In the Box • • • • VINCI Tab III M Micro USB to USB Cable 10W USB Power Adapter Quick Guide Appendix B: Legal & Disclaimer Warranty Your VINCI Tab III M comes with a 12 month warranty on parts and labor from the date of purchase. The warranty is valid for defects on parts & labor during normal use.
